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Job Description Salary: 92500 to 108000 Other Forms of Compensation: What makes FLIK click What makes FLIK click? Our people. The decisions, actions and attitudes of our associates earn the trust and loyalty of our clients every day. We know how to pick them and we know how to grow them. It starts with hiring people who share our passion for food and hospitality. Once we find the right talent, we encourage, value and recognize their contributions. We keep our people renewed, excited and engaged by providing hands-on training and educating them about the latest trends. We give them a stake in successfully raising the bar. Our people love what they do and they love sharing their passion. Join our team and see the FLIK difference. Where a job isn’t merely a job but the start of a career where you can flourish. Job Summary Director of Operational Excellence – FLIK Hospitality Group (Merck Account) Position Summary The Director of Operational Excellence serves as the primary steward of food, service & quality standards across all FLIK-managed Merck locations. This role ensures full compliance with Merck, Compass Group, and requirements, maintaining a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement. The Director of Operational Excellence will oversee Service and food programs, manage internal audits, and partner closely with operations, culinary, and client representatives to ensure all dining and catering operations meet or exceed expectations. Key Responsibilities Food Safety, Compliance & Documentation • Develop, implement, and manage a comprehensive QA program across all Merck campuses (e.g., Rahway, West Point, Upper Gwynedd, Boston, Durham, Wilson, South San Francisco, Dakin House, Canada)., • Ensure strict compliance with FDA, USDA, Compass Group, and local Board of Health requirements., • Oversee HACCP documentation and verification through the Plumsense platform, ensuring all logs, temperature records, and corrective actions are completed accurately and on time., • Maintain and update QA documentation for client review, including site-specific compliance reports and inspection summaries., • Conduct scheduled and unannounced QA audits across all café, catering, and conference operations, including storage, prep, and service areas., • Partner with Merck EHS and Board of Health representatives during inspections to ensure prompt corrective actions and transparent communication., • Lead quarterly site-level verification reviews aligned with KPI reporting and SLA requirements. Training & Continuous Improvement • Develop and deliver ongoing training for management and hourly associates on ServSafe, HACCP, sanitation, allergen awareness, and proper food handling., • Reinforce daily operational standards through pre-shift huddles, spot checks, and one-on-one coaching., • Partner with site leadership to drive a proactive approach to safety and quality—reducing reactive incidents and improving audit scores. Product Quality & Vendor Assurance • Verify that all incoming food and beverage products meet approved vendor and Merck specifications., • Participate in menu reviews and new product introductions to ensure compliance with allergen, nutritional, and labeling requirements. Client Engagement & Reporting • Serve as the QA liaison between FLIK Hospitality and Merck client leadership, providing transparency and proactive updates., • Prepare monthly and quarterly QA performance summaries for internal and client review., • Partner with the FLIK leadership team to support KPI documentation, audit results, and compliance reports within the Service Level Agreement (SLA) framework. Qualifications • Education & Experience, • Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Nutrition, Microbiology, Hospitality Management, or a related field., • Minimum of 5 years of experience in Quality Assurance or Food Safety management within a multi-site foodservice, healthcare, or corporate dining environment., • HACCP Certification recognized through the International HACCP Alliance – required., • ServSafe Manager Certification – required., • Experience with Compass Group QA systems (e.g., Plumsense, Eatec, iAuditor, SafetyCulture) preferred., • Skills & Competencies, • In-depth understanding of HACCP principles, FDA Food Code, GMPs, and SSOPs. Apply to Flik today! Flik is a member of Compass Group USA Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Flik maintains a drug-free workplace. Associates at Flik Hospitality are offered many fantastic benefits. • Medical, • Dental, • Vision, • Life Insurance/ AD, • Disability Insurance, • Retirement Plan, • Paid Time Off, • Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state), • Associate Shopping Program, • Health and Wellness Programs, • Discount Marketplace, • Identity Theft Protection, • Pet Insurance, • Commuter Benefits, • Employee Assistance Program, • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), • Paid Parental Leave Req ID: 1478823 Flik Hospitality Group Shane Tirpak [[req_classification]]

Job Description • We are hiring immediately for a full time COOK position., • Location: Merck Rahway - 126 Lincoln Avenue, Post Office Box 2000, Rahway, NJ 07065. Note: online applications accepted only., • Schedule: Full time; Days may vary, 6:00 am to 2:30 pm. More details upon interview., • Requirement: Prior cooking experience is required. Willing to train!, • Perks: Free lunch, uniform provided, onsite fitness center, covered garage parking., • Fixed Pay Rate: $22.50 per hour. Free meals, uniforms and laundering service available at select locations. We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging? Text JOB to 75000 and search requisition ID number 1472105. The advertised program is an AI recruiting assistant that helps you apply to jobs with Compass Group. Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. Text STOP to opt out or HELP for help. Terms and conditions: Diversity of thought and inclusion for all is what drives our success - we invite you to start your journey with us today! What makes FLIK click? Our people. The decisions, actions and attitudes of our associates earn the trust and loyalty of our clients every day. We know how to pick them and we know how to grow them. It starts with hiring people who share our passion for food and hospitality. Once we find the right talent, we encourage, value and recognize their contributions. We keep our people renewed, excited and engaged by providing hands-on training and educating them about the latest trends. We give them a stake in successfully raising the bar. Our people love what they do and they love sharing their passion. Join our team and see the FLIK difference. Where a job isn’t merely a job but the start of a career where you can flourish. Job Summary Summary: Prepares food in accordance with applicable federal, state and corporate standards, guidelines and regulations with established policies and procedures. Ensures quality food service is provided at all times. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • Prepares high-quality food items according to standardized recipes and instructions to meet production, delivery and service schedules., • Serves meals or prepares for delivery by using correct portioning, meeting outlined standards, ensuring that food is at the correct temperature and is attractive and tasty. Tastes all prepared food items., • Uses established ticket collection procedures during service. Responsible for records from area worked during service periods., • Cleans kitchen after preparation and serving, maintaining high standards of cleanliness. Stores or discards excess food in accordance with safe food-handling procedures., • Keeps refrigerators and storerooms clean and neat. Ensures food and supply items are stored per standards., • Operates and maintains kitchen equipment as instructed., • Assists in production planning, record keeping and reporting as required., • Assists in the ordering and receiving of all food and supplies as required., • Reports needed maintenance, faulty equipment or accidents to the supervisor immediately., • Attends in-service and safety meetings., • Maintains good working relationships with coworkers, customers, administrators and managers., • Performs job safely while maintaining a clean, safe work environment., • Performs other duties as assigned., • Ensures proper presentation, portion control and maintenance of serving temperatures; follows HACCP standards., • Personal commitment to your own safety and that of others., • Abides by all Company policies and procedures including but not limited to:, • The use of a medium weight cut gloves when handling or using knives, peelers, choppers, mandolins or cleaning a slicer., • The use of oven mitts, fryer gloves or steamer gloves when handling hot pans from ovens, warmers or steamtables. Both full-time and part-time positions offer the following benefits to associates: Retirement Plan, Associate Shopping Program, Health and Wellness Programs, Discount Marketplace, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program Full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance/AD, Disability Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here for paid time off benefits information. About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Flik maintains a drug-free workplace.

Job Description Responsibilities: • General and confidential clerical and administrative duties, • Expense management and financial budget support, • Manage agreement and contract creation and signatures, • Facilitate procurement processes to initiate new purchase orders and process invoices while maintaining accurate recordkeeping (50% of responsibilities), • Maintain calendars and meeting scheduling, coordinating with senior administrative staff throughout the organization, • Scheduling of international and domestic travel, • Support virtual meetings using the latest technologies for Teams, Teleconferences and Webcasts, ensuring seamless execution of logistics, • Required: High School Diploma, • Minimum 5 years Administrative Assistant experience, • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, • Advanced computer skills using (MS Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point, SharePoint, Teams), • Extensive SAP and ARIBA experience processing Expense Reports, Purchase Orders, Payment Requests, Vendor Add Forms, • Organization and time management; ability to handle and prioritize many simultaneous assignments, • Good judgment and discretion handling sensitive documents and maintaining confidentiality, • Ability to work both independently with little supervision and in a collaborative team environment, • Extraordinary attention to detailCompany DescriptionMerck Sharp & Dohme Corp. ("Merck") is a leading research-driven pharmaceutical products and services company. Merck discovers, develops, manufactures, and markets a broad range of innovative products to improve human health, directly and through its joint ventures Imagine getting up in the morning for a job as important as saving and improving lives around the world. Here, you have that opportunity. You can put your empathy, creativity, digital mastery or scientific genius to work in collaboration with other like-minded colleagues to pursue and bring hope to countless people who are battling the most challenging diseases of our time. Our team is always evolving, so if you are among the intellectually curious, join us—and start making your impact today.Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp. ("Merck") is a leading research-driven pharmaceutical products and services company. Merck discovers, develops, manufactures, and markets a broad range of innovative products to improve human health, directly and through its joint ventures\r\n\r\nImagine getting up in the morning for a job as important as saving and improving lives around the world. Here, you have that opportunity. You can put your empathy, creativity, digital mastery or scientific genius to work in collaboration with other like-minded colleagues to pursue and bring hope to countless people who are battling the most challenging diseases of our time. Our team is always evolving, so if you are among the intellectually curious, join us—and start making your impact today.